1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1333 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1948 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1948 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Prefect | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Prefect | X6 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1983 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2933 mm |